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Reminder: The Chip Biz is Cyclical

Apr 17, 2024
26:17
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Chip industry facing slowdown in investment despite boom in chip sales, United Airlines showing strong performance, focus on enterprise software earnings. Steven Jacobs discusses who is buying office buildings. Exciting insights on market trends and strategies.
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  • Chip industry shows cyclicality through ASML revenue decline, indicating changing demand patterns.
  • United Airlines' operational efficiency and adaptive strategy in response to Boeing's challenges drive revenue growth.

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ASML's Declining Revenue and Chip Industry Insights

ASML, the global supplier of machines for chip makers, experienced a 22% year-over-year revenue decline for ultraviolet lithography equipment. This dip hints at shifting demand patterns in the semiconductor industry, possibly due to advanced capacity planning by chip makers. The sales of ASML's expensive machines, crucial for silicon circuit etching, reflect the cyclical nature of the chip manufacturing business, with sales varying from dozens to hundreds per quarter.

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